Man found dead in Tallaght

Gardaí are investigating the discovery of the body of a man, believed to be in his 20s, at Hills Lane, Crooksling, Tallaght this morning (Sunday).

Following a call from a member of the public Gardaí attended the scene shortly after 9am and found the body of the man.

The area is sealed off and the office of the State Pathologist has been informed.

The Garda Technical will carry out a forensic examination of the scene.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the Hills Lane or Crooksling areas, or who may have noticed anything unusual last night or early this morning, to contact them at Tallaght Garda station on 01 666 6000.